BeHeard Movement's 5K Dignity Dash & Thanksgiving Drive - 5K Run/Walk
External Event
Distance
3.1 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
Support your community one step at a time at BeHeard Movement's 5K Dignity Dash & Thanksgiving Drive. This family-friendly, timed 5K brings our community together to help provide essential resources for neighbors experiencing homelessness across Oklahoma. Your registration helps make an impact, and every donation collected during the Thanksgiving Drive brings comfort, dignity, and hope to those who need it most. On Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 8:00 AM–11:00 AM, we'll gather at Lions Playground at Lake Hefner for our 5K Dignity Dash & Thanksgiving Drive- a family-friendly, untimed event where every step supports our mission of serving neighbors experiencing homelessness. At BeHeard Movement, we believe everyone deserves access to basic necessities and compassionate support. Through our mobile drop-in center, we bring free showers, laundry services, clothing, hygiene supplies, resources, and case management directly to individuals experiencing homelessness across Oklahoma. This event is an opportunity for our community to come together and help ensure those essential resources remain available to the neighbors in need. Your $40 Registration Includes: Entry into the timed 5KA commemorative BeHeard finisher medalCooling stations along the courseThe opportunity to directly support BeHeard Movement's outreach efforts Thanksgiving Drive As part of the event, we'll be collecting items that will be distributed during our outreach services, including: Hygiene productsBottled waterNew underwear and socksJackets and hoodiesBlanketsSweatshirts and sweatpantsIndividually packaged, non-perishable snacks (chips, crackers, granola bars, variety snack packs, and similar items) These donations help us meet immediate needs while reminding our guests that they are seen, valued, and not alone. Whether you're walking your first 5K, running with friends, or bringing your family to support the cause, your participation creates a lasting impact. Together, we can provide warmth, hope, and essential resources to our neighbors while building a stronger, more compassionate community. Join us this Thanksgiving season as we move for more than miles—we move for people.
Typical conditions
For events around November 2026 in Oklahoma City, OK, United States: Typical autumn conditions in this region — conditions can change quickly; confirm race-day guidance on the official page.
How to prepare
Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.
Beginner's guide to your first 5KGetting there
This event is listed in Oklahoma City, OK, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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